Best Burgers in Queenstown (2026)

Queenstown does burgers really well — a few dedicated spots where the quality is genuinely high. These are the ones to try.

20 places

The Ballarat

4.4(2,537)

pub · Queenstown 9300

Hearty pub grub, draft beer & wine offered in an easygoing eatery with regular live music.

burgers comfort food gourmet burgers

1,732 reviews

The World Bar

4.4(2,470)

restaurant · 12 Church Street

Funky, multilevel bar featuring a menu of burgers & pub grub, plus craft beers & teapot cocktails.

american, bar burgers cocktails

2,188 reviews

The Meat Preachers

4.6(884)

restaurant · Frankton

The Meat Preachers is a casual eatery in Frankton, Queenstown, offering a mouthwatering range of plates and share platters cooked over coals and flames.

burgers delicious wraps gourmet burgers

523 reviews

$$ Staff Pick

Fergburger

4.8(24,715)

hamburger restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Busy joint known for high-end, inventive burgers made with beef, chicken & other exotic proteins.

fish burger fresh ingredients gourmet burgers

24,715 reviews

Devil Burger

4.3(2,319)

hamburger restaurant · CBD

Reviewers consistently praise the fresh and tasty burgers, with many highlighting the smooth ordering process and good atmosphere.

2,319 reviews

The Smoke and Pickle

4.9(201)

catering service · Frankton

Here at The Smoke & Pickle, we believe life’s like a BBQ – and we like it hot and fast. We set fire to things and stick things in vinegar, creating smoky, tangy, mouth-watering bites.

catering food stall gluten-friendly options

201 reviews

$$ - $$$

Sunfire Queenstown

4.7(1,447)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Sunfire offers casual dining with incredible flavours on Queenstown’s lake edge, inspired by a deep love of flavour and quality ingredients.

all day dining charcoal grilled contemporary cuisine

738 reviews

Smiths Craft Beer House

4.7(1,429)

pub · Queenstown 9300

Industrial-chic bar serving craft beers, plus burgers, po' boys & New Zealand mains.

bold flavours craft beer hearty food

1,429 reviews

$$ - $$$

Lokal Kitchen & Bar

4.6(279)

restaurant · Fernhill

Lokal Kitchen & Bar is the perfect place to catch up with friends, bump into familiar faces and meet new neighbours.

bar snacks cider on tap nz wine

192 reviews

Flame Bar & Grill

4.6(8,322)

bar and grill · Queenstown 9300

Energetic venue emphasizing on NZ & South African-style meat dishes, including signature ribs.

award-winning ribs bar and grill bold flavours

7,568 reviews

Public Italian Kitchen

4.6(5,487)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Public Italian Kitchen offers a taste of Italy with a Queenstown soul. From aperitivo at the bar to long dinners by the water.

casual dining cocktails craft beer

4,693 reviews

Vudu Cafe

4.5(5,448)

cafe · Queenstown 9300

Upscale counter-service option with contemporary decor turning out creative sandwiches & sweets.

breakfast brunch cafe, contemporary

5,448 reviews

Yonder

4.5(3,997)

restaurant · Queenstown 9300

Trendy restaurant with a terrace serving homemade, international fare & brunch, plus cocktails.

artisan coffee brunch cafe, fusion

3,303 reviews

The Boat Shed Cafe

4.4(3,211)

cafe · Frankton

Set in a beautifully restored 1869 New Zealand Railways Shipping Office, our café blends heritage character with modern, seasonal plates. We champion local producers, pour a perfectly silky coffee, and take joy in the simple pleasure of good food done well.

artisan coffee central otago lager local produce

2,336 reviews

Fergbaker

4.6(2,127)

bakery · Queenstown 9300

Fergbaker is a renowned bakery in Queenstown, known for its delicious pies, pastries, and specialty coffee.

artisan bakery fresh pastries gourmet sandwiches

2,127 reviews

Atlas Beer Cafe

4.7(1,745)

pub · Queenstown 9300

Welcome to Atlas Beer Cafe Queenstown's home of craft beer. A firm favourite with locals and visitors alike, Atlas is a friendly, unpretentious bar, hidden away at the back of Steamer Wharf.

amazing tapas craft beer delicious breakfasts

1,118 reviews

Balls and Bangles

4.7(1,313)

cafe · Queenstown 9300

We're a local family living in Queenstown who are passionate about letting the sugar shine! Family owned and operated means our donuts and bagels are baked fresh, every day, by us.

bagels breakfast bagels cafe, fast food

1,313 reviews